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American Apparel Maternity: Ga Ga or Gag?

LilSugar — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 04:00:14 -0700

Not all expecting mamas are willing to surrender their closet to A Pea in the Pod. Fashion forward ladies can decorate themselves and their bump with American Apparel's edgy and funky maternity clothes - even if the brand is simply labeling belly friendly clothes already in production as "maternity." Regardless, one mama-to-be's dream may be another's worst nightmare. Neon spandex unitard, anyone? So tell us, does the hipster take on pregnancy apparel appeal to you?

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A Fabby Halloween: Michael Jackson

FabSugar — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:50:22 -0700

No doubt, the King of Pop (RIP) will be a popular choice for Halloween this year. Who doesn't want to emulate such saucy style and cool character? Channeling your inner Micheal Jackson requires androgynous dressing: a white tee, loose cropped trousers, a drummer jacket - local thrift stores are filled with treasures from this era. Don't forget essential accessories like white socks, a black fedora, and trademark silver sequin glove. I'm bad, you know it . . .

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Look of the Day: Inclement Weather

FabSugar — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 06:50:22 -0700

Most people hate the rain, but not sosupersam. The LA cutie welcomed the inclement weather in a stylish, splash-proof outfit. The green anorak is beyond rad and I fancy her cozy, oversized tube scarf. Like Bilson, she kept her toes dry in a pair of black Hunter wellies - smart!

Here's what she has on:

Top: American Apparel
Scarf: American Apparel
Tights: H&M
Jacket: H&M
Skirt: Unknown
Boots: Hunter
Lipstick: MAC Cyber

Congrats to sosupersam!

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A Fabby Halloween: Flashdance Fever

FabSugar — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:02:22 -0700

Who can forget Jennifer Beals's sexy moves in '80s cult classic Flashdance - remember that water scene? Sizzle. She alone might have been responsible for the flurry of females dashing to get themselves an oversize sweatshirt and leggings - I know I sure did. Hone in her ultra-old-school vibe with the right accessories: red pointy-toe heels, a bodysuit, leg warmers, dangly earrings, and a permed '80s hairdo. What a feeling!

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15 Ways to Add Whimsy to Your Wardrobe

FabSugar — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:50:22 -0700

Whimsical, playful, comical, eccentric - all ways to describe giving into fanciful notions. Polka dots, bows, sequins, animals, and ruffles are all ways to amuse yourself. I have been in a whimsical fashion mood lately - perhaps Louis Vuitton's bunny ears, coupled with Mary-Kate and Ashley's lace ears, spawned it. And it's so much fun! I encourage all you fashion fans to dabble from time to time. Just one disclaimer: limit your whimsical item to one or two at a time, unless you to want to scream fashion freak.

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A Fabby Halloween: Rihanna

FabSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:50:22 -0700

We have long admired Rihanna's distinct style. We've featured her since she broke out onto the scene - she has since become an icon and an avid fashion show front-rower. One of my coolest New York Fashion Week celeb sightings was Rihanna, at Fashion's Night Out. She endured a dramatic first half of the year, broke free, and appears to be exploring herself and her fashion sense. You never know what she'll try next, but there are some Rihanna-centric pieces if you want to don the singer's style this Halloween. Severe shoulders, bold black, piled-on jewelry, miniskirts, rings galore, and funky shades. As for your Rihanna wig - don't dye it just yet, you never know what concoction she'll come up with next.

Get ready for lots more Halloween ideas as my Fabby Halloween series takes off. Join my A Fabby Halloween group where we can share ideas, photos, and revel in Halloween happiness.

Trend Alert: Bubble Shorts

FabSugar — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:50:22 -0700

Nicole Richie is back, with a fashion vengeance. Not that she ever left, really. Leave it to Nicole to bust out bubble shorts just weeks after having her second babe. Here she is leaving a Selena Gomez concert in LA looking every bit the fashion-forward mom. If you've got the gams, go for the bubbles. Make sure you leave everything else easy and sleek, like Nicole, and the color palette simple. Tossing a vest on is a smart addition, and heels will maximize your leg appeal.

Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:00:22 -0700

Frugal snob: Rachel Zoe for QVC - Bag Snob
A look back at NYFW: Top 10 parties - Lucky
Ivanka plans for her big day - Brides
Detroit looks to revive itself through fashion - The Cut
Falling models and puking interns at 3.1 Phillip Lim - Racked
Things that happened at House of Holland - Fashionista
Vivienne Westwood: For the punk-peasant-farm-girl-turned-city-slicker in you - Jezebel
Naomi Campbell back on the runway for London Fashion Week - Stylelist
Shopping alert: Get 25 percent any FreeBird handbag - Teen Vogue
Bijules Spring 2010 collection - Nitrolicious
Grace Coddington’s favorite Fashion Week moments - Vogue
Cheap thrill: Cast a web of intrigue with AA's bewitching bodysuit - Refinery 29

Fab Flash: American Apparel Ad Banned

FabSugarUK — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:00:58 -0700

American Apparel is not a brand that shies away from controversy. There have been bottomless tights (and I don't mean footless) and endless revealing ad campaigns, but now it has been announced that the store has gone one step too far resulting in the banning of one of their ads. The UK advertising watchdog has blocked a campaign which it deemed inappropriate as it appeared to feature an under-16 year old girl in a series of images that implied she was "stripping off for an amateur-style photo shoot".

The Advertising Standards Authority received a complaint which argued the campaign was offensive because it seemed to show a model who is "young and vulnerable and could be seen to sexualise a child". American Apparel hit back explaining that the 23 year old model was posing in a hoodie which is "soft to the touch" and could therefore be worn next to bare skin. The company also argued that it did not portray the model as a "sex object". Three of the six images from the campaign are shown above, do you think American Apparel need to tone down their advertising?

Look of the Day: Burst of Light

FabSugar — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:50:22 -0700

Naturegraffiti caught the perfect burst of light in this photo. Notice how the soft tones reflect off her sequin embellished blazer in the most editorial manner. My favorite thing about her 'fit? Her yummy suede Miu Miu boots, of course!

Here's what she has on:

Jacket: Vintage
Tee: Hanes
Shorts: American Apparel
Necklace: Vintage
Boots: Miu Miu
Bracelets: Unknown

Congrats to naturegraffiti!

Everyone else, join the Look of the Day group then submit your looks. I might feature you on FabSugar!

Satin Trim Fedora - $39.00	Fine Jersey Short Sleeve V-Neck - $19.00
Silence & Noise Pleated Trouser - $58.00	Deena & Ozzy Patent Loafer - $38.00
Chaps 3-Pk. Triple-Cuff Ankle Socks - $12.00	White Silver Sequined Glove - $10.00
Alice + Olivia Shrunken Military Jacket with Embellishments - $550.00	Melissa Joy Manning "W" Stud Earring - $65.00
Liza Leather Jacket - $298.00	Ray-ban Original Wayfarer Sunglasses - $139.00

Off-Shoulder Sweatshirt - $36.90	Narrow toeline - $149.00
Opt Hood Denim Jacket - $27.80	Crystal Rhinestone Hoop Earrings - $16.50
28" Seamless Leggings - $7.99	Stacked Bangle Set - $4.00
Cotton Spandex Jersey Cross-V Bodysuit - $36.00	So® Ribbed Leg Warmers - $10.00
Kova & T Sophia lace bodysuit - $235.00	Ronson Cropped Tee - $24.90
scunci Foam Rollers for Bouncy Curls, Tight Curls and Waves - $9.99	Nordstrom Over the Heel Leg Warmers - $12.00
Cora Cropped Tee - $24.90

Satin Bubble Short - $19.50	Brigid Catiis Bubble Short - $154.00
Tracy Feith For Target Bloomer Short - Ebony - $10.48	Cotton Seersucker Bloomer - $25.00
Elizabeth and James Solid Bubble Shorts - $171.50	Johnson grey pinstripe wool 'Louise' smocked shorts - $158.00
Twill Bubble Short - $59.00	Juicy Couture Ruffle Waistband Shorts - $128.00
Thakoon - Floral Rosebud Pleated Bloomers - $775.00	Opening Ceremony Bubble Shorts - $242.00